When we think of dangerous sports, we often think of activities that produce the most injuries: football, hockey, basketball, etc. These so-called ‘dangerous’ sports are usually contact sports, or they are sports that demand a high level of energy combined…
Cold weather may mean the end of tank tops and beach vacations, but by no means does it mean the end of sports and training for athletes. For those athletes who train and play in the cold temperatures of winter,…
Athletes are people who put their health on the line in the name of sports. Their dedication to their sport drives them to continually raise the bar, to be better than last time or last season. And no matter what…
You might not expect an NFL football player, like James Harrison of the Pittsburgh Steelers, to turn to Eastern medicine for his injuries, but he does, and he isn’t the only one. Many other NFL athletes, such as Aaron Rodgers…
If you have struggled with sacroiliac joint, or SI joint, dysfunction, you know the pain and frustration that it can create. The thing to know, if this is something you experience, is that your pain is typically caused by an…
In the world of sports and athletic activities, neck injuries are very prevalent and somewhat unpredictable. A recent study done by Muscle & Fitness found that 95% of people who lift weights experience a neck injury.1 However, even if you…
Does this sound like you? One day I had a patient come in to the clinic with severe knee pain. She had just gone on a nine day backpacking trip and had hurt her knee on day three. Even though…
“No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle”- Winston Churchill, officer in the British Army, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, honorary citizen of the United States, and man responsible for securing the safe return of…
The Basics Ankle sprain is the 3rd most common sports injury. Ankle sprains are very common, and almost inevitable in sports that involve jumping, running, and turning quickly, such as: soccer, hockey, basketball, gymnastics, and volleyball and track. An ankle…
Persistent pain can be life-altering, affecting your work, home life, and general well-being. You want to do anything to find relief, but at what cost? When it comes to managing pain, the best solution should be one that is effective…